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Great day to be 🐯! Proud to be a part of this awesome tradition at St. Paul of the Cross School and the community!

The September edition of The Brief is here 📰🏙️

This month, I’m sharing a few important tips for working with your real estate attorney once an offer is accepted, the Chicago real estate + local industry stories worth knowing, and the latest Chicago housing market report card.

I’m also rounding up a few local September events worth adding to your calendar. 🍂

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After traveling this summer I was reminded I do, in fact, need to get a REAL ID.

But in the meantime, this feels pretty comprehensive: name, occupation, location, work history, community ties, client reviews… AI really came prepared.

And if you need an attorney for a real estate closing, estate plan, or civil matter, maybe this is your sign to skip the AI search and just call me. 📲

Nothing means more to us than hearing from clients after the closing papers are signed and the estate plans are complete.

Whether you’re buying or selling a home, planning for your family’s future, or navigating a more complicated situation, the goal is always the same: make the legal side feel clear, responsive and a whole lot less overwhelming.

Grateful for every client who trusts Daleiden Law — and especially those who take the time to share their experience. ⭐️

Need help with a real estate transaction, will or trust? Let’s work together.

📍 Park Ridge, IL | Serving clients throughout Chicagoland

📬 The June edition of The Brief is here!

If you own a home, invest in real estate, or simply like staying on top of what’s happening in the Chicago market, this month’s edition is packed with practical updates—all in about a 5-minute read.

This month:
💼 Legal tips before investing in a rental property
🏡 Chicago’s new HomeGrown grant program offering up to $70,000 for eligible buyers
📈 A quick Chicago housing market report card
📅 Local events worth adding to your calendar

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I’ve been seeing more “For Sale By Owner” signs popping up around my neighborhood lately, so let’s talk about it.

I completely understand the appeal—saving on commission, staying in control, keeping things simple. But from my side of the table as a real estate attorney, I also see where things tend to get more complicated than expected.

There are a few patterns that come up again and again—especially once you’re under contract.

Swipe through for the biggest pitfalls I see.

If you’re considering FSBO, have a real estate attorney involved before you list.

And if you decide to work with an agent, I’m always happy to connect you with trusted realtors.

The March edition of The Brief is out now.

This month we covered:
• Spring closing reminders for buyers, sellers & Realtors
• Major real estate and mortgage industry news — including crypto-backed mortgages
• A new Illinois law every property owner should know about
• The Chicago housing market report card for March

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We send The Brief once a month — quick real estate, mortgage, and Illinois law updates in a 5-minute read.

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